Nurses today have very different lives and training from those who embarked upon this career 40 years ago. This is this is an account of the three year's training of a nurse - set in a London hospital in the 1960s. It is the story of one initially naive student nurse and her colleagues, as they progress from their first days as the junior girls, to the day when they eventually hold the letters of professional competence in their hands. In order to arrive at this senior status, they experience many highs and lows, from the day of their arrival onto their first wards, where they are faced with the often, terrifying domination of the ward sisters; we then walk with them through the partings of the ways and the reunions, as they are split up and seconded to other branches of the hospital. Throughout the three years, we get to know of not just the hard work and discipline, but also of their friendships, laughter, and tears. Nurses in training today, will be surprised at the sometimes dreadfully outdated and old -fashioned lives which these 1960's nurses, seem to live, but they will no doubt be charmed and fascinated too, by this really lovely story which is not so much about medical procedures and practices but is as much about the lives of those young girls who chose to leave home and live their lives in this way.

Contemporary Plays from Iraq is a ground-breaking collection of Middle Eastern drama translated into English for the very first time. With works from both established and emerging male and female playwrights, written in country and in exile, this volume offers current Iraqi perspectives on a war and occupation that have significantly impacted the Middle East and the rest of the world. Dealing exclusively with contemporary plays originating from Iraq, this anthology gives under-studied Arabic political theatre the attention it deserves and provides a general introduction that sets the plays within their cultural and historical contexts. The plays are preceded by introductions from the playwrights themselves, further enriching each piece for the enjoyment and understanding of the reader. The volume is introduced and translated by James Al-Shamma, Assistant Professor at Belmont University, US, and A. Al-Azraki, an Iraqi playwright.

In this pathbreaking volume, Velina Hasu Houston gathers together eleven plays that speak in the "hybridized, unique American voices of Asian descent -- and often dissent." These writers resist the bigotry that attempts to target them solely as people of color as well as the homogenizing tendencies of a multiculturalism that fails to recognize the varied make-up of Asian America. Anthologized for the first time, these plays testify to the rich complexity of Asian American experience while they also demonstrate the different styles and thematic concerns of the individual playwrights. What are Asian American plays about? Family conflicts, sexuality, social upheaval, betrayal ... the stuff of all drama. Whether the characters are a middle-aged Taiwanese woman who is married to an Irish American and who dreams of opening a Chinese restaurant, a Chinese American female bond trader trying to survive a corporate takeover, or an ABC (American Born Chinese) gay man whose lover has AIDS, their Asian-ness is only a part of their story. As a playwright, Houston is keenly aware of the rigid formulas that often exclude writers of color and women women writers from mainstream theater. But Still, Like air, I'll Rise brings forth vibrant new work that challenges producers and audiences to broaden their expectations, to attend to the unfamiliar voices that expresses the universal and particular vision of Asian American playwrights.

Once a generation, there comes a novel bursting with spectacle and drama, inspiring the hearts and minds of readers all over the globe...This is NOT one of those novels. THE GOLDEN AGE is a slice-of-life comedy/drama which follows a group of elderly superheroes stuck living together in a nursing home. Stripped of their pride and superpowers, they must face their greatest adversary of all: RETIREMENT! In a last ditch attempt to stay relevant, our heroes stage a mutiny against the nursing home, vowing to take the power back...Even if it kills them in the process! THE GOLDEN AGE reflects the inherent fear of growing old in a world that treats its senior citizens like second-rate citizens. In the end, what becomes of our heroes when we have no more use for them? Read what TOP CRITICS are saying about the latest violation of the Geneva Conventions, THE GOLDEN AGE: “At least you tried.” – my mom “If I could, I would pay to have this removed from the internet.” – an actual Facebook review “I can’t read any of this s***.” - a blind man“ (dead drunken silence)” – Ernest Hemingway “I’ll see you in court.” – Alan Moore ABOUT THE AUTHOR KALEB QUIST is the 7,832nd best writer in the world. What a miracle that a man who's both blind and illiterate can write an entire novel. Simply amazing.THE GOLDEN AGE started out as a film project, but was immediately scrapped when it was discovered that you need money to make a movie. We humbly apologize for any inconvenience.Check out these other award-winning novels from KALEB QUIST, including:

Mark Collins believes he's on borrowed time—but he's going to make the most of it. A new job at idyllic Camp Wild Pines is the first step forward. Seeing to the needs of fun-loving kids is meant to recharge timid nurse Ellie Mackenzie's batteries. She doesn't expect—or want—the instant attraction to her new boss, Dr. Mark Collins. But she can't deny it…. Mark's living life to the max, whereas cautious Ellie always plays it safe. But as work forces their lives to intertwine, it's clear they each hold the key to healing the other's heart.

How to mend a broken heart… Heartbroken, Leonie Mitchell is throwing herself into her work. Saving her little patients in a new countryside hospital seems like the best way to deal with the loss of her baby and her relationship. But Leonie hasn't counted on her charismatic new boss, surgeon Callum Warrender. She can't deny her attraction to Callum, nor can she ignore the comfort she finds in his arms…. Could he be the key to healing this shy nurse's broken heart?

"Through case studies, practical examples and in-depth analysis of successful programs, this book provides a roadmap for creating a more welcoming environment for minority students and faculty, revamping traditional teaching methods to accomodate diverse learning styles, developing and teaching a culturally competetent nursing curriculum, and removing cultural and linguistic barriers to success...this landmark book is an invaluable resource and absolutely essential reading." --Minority Nurse Magazine " Readers will learnÖ more about how to create a dynamic, inclusive and challenging learning environment that remains true to the purpose of graduating highly qualified nurses to meet the need of a diverse multiracial, multicultural, multilingual society." --Gloria Smith, RN, MPH, PhD, FAAN, FRCN Bosher and Pharris's provocative and timely volume addresses the critical need for nursing educational systems to graduate more culturally diverse nurses. This vital resource will help nursing educators critique and redesign their curricular, pedagogical, and structural systems to address this need for cultural inclusion within nursing education. Highlights of this book: Addresses barriers to success for nursing students from culturally diverse backgrounds in the U.S., U.K., Canada, Australia, and New Zealand Features pedagogical strategies to help linguistically diverse students succeed in clinical settings Provides assessment practices that eliminate cultural and linguistic biases Presents initiatives for developing the leadership skills of culturally diverse students Contains detailed case studies of multicultural nurses and students Includes recommendations and questions for dialogue at the end of each chapter With this book, educators and administrators can begin to forge through the obstacles institutionalized in their nursing educational systems, and ultimately, see a more culturally inclusive educational environment.

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Published in collaboration with the ONS, this text is the definitive source for concepts and practices in oncology nursing and can be used for orientation of nurses to oncology, inservice and continuing education programs for practicing nurses, a basis for curriculum development in graduate programs, and as a review tool for certification. Based on the blueprint of the certification examination by the ONCC (Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation), the book is in outline format to help readers focus on the most important information. Instructor resources available; contact your sales representative for details. Covers the entire scope of the specialty ensuring comprehensive coverage Outline format helps the reader focus on the most important information Effective guide for teaching and learning for in-service, continuing education, and academic programs Powerful study tool for the ONCC certification exam Tables and figures illustrate complex concepts * Entirely revised, updated, and expanded to reflect the current state of oncology nursing practice. * Expanded pain management content. * New content on nonpharmacologic interventions (e.g. heat massage, imagery). * New content on alternative therapies.